Author(s): Machin, Sue

Picture Books

I went walking. What did you see? I saw a black cat Looking at me. So begins a young boy’s exciting adventure with a menagerie of colourful animals. And by the end of his walk, he has a zany parade following him. Julie Vivas’s whimsical paintings lend humour to Sue Machin’s simple story. Children will enjoy identifying the animals and colours, and reciting the rhythmical text over and over. • Special, highly collectable 21st birthday edition • Worldwide, this is a best-selling classic picture book, perfect for reading aloud • Illustrated by award-winning artist Julie Vivas • Timeless story that continues to engage each new generation of babies and children • Quality edition, perfect for gift-giving About the author: Sue Machin was a commercial artist, theatrical set designer, and publisher. I Went Walking was written for her nieces and nephews. About the illustrator: Julie Vivas is Australia’s most accomplished illustrator. Her masterpieces include The Tram to Bondi Beach, Possum Magic and The Nativity. She lives in Sydney.